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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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